As of Monday, 35 new staff members had joined the Winthrop Public Schools, with several positions still to be filled as the schools opened for students this week. “Those are 35 new people coming into the district who have joined…
Month: August 2025
Stadium at Miller Field will be dedicated in memory of Robert DeFelice on Sept. 4
The Town of Winthrop will honor one of its most outstanding athletes and coaches on Friday, Sept. 4 (4:30 p.m.) during a dedication ceremony at Miller Field. At that time the town’s football stadium will be named Miller Field at…
Winthrop Chamber of Commerce hosts ‘Seaside Soiree’ Sunset Boat Cruise
The Winthrop Chamber of Commerce invites residents and visitors alike to step aboard for an unforgettable evening on the harbor at the Seaside Soiree, a sunset boat cruise filled with Mark Twain-inspired grandeur, Southern hospitality, and late-summer celebration. Set to…
Police, town address scooter and motorized bike concerns
The Winthrop Police Department is looking to inform residents about rules and regulations for scooters and other personal motorized vehicles. The regulation of the vehicles has been a concern for residents, town officials, and police in recent years. At the…
Fees may rise for afterschool activities
Fees may be going up for students who take part in afterschool activities at the schools, as well as for the early morning gym program. There was discussion of the fee hikes at Monday night’s school committee meeting, but no…
DPH and Recovery on the Harbor team up for Adopt-A-Pole event
Town Manager Anthony Marino and Health Director Meredith Hurley are pleased to report that the Winthrop Department of Public Health is teaming up with Recovery on the Harbor to organize the fourth Annual Adopt-A-Pole event to raise awareness of overdoses.…
Enjoy a great – and safe – Labor Day weekend
With the weatherman predicting a great Labor Day weekend, we hope that all of our readers will have a chance to make the most of the final weekend of the summer season. The Summer of ‘25 overall has been just…
Letter to the Editor 8-28-25
Thank You for an amazing summer Dear Editor: On behalf of For Kids Only Afterschool (FKO), I would like to publicly thank Superintendent Howard, Principal Reynolds, and the entire Winthrop Public Schools team for their partnership and generosity in sharing…
Ribbon Cutting for new handicap accessible walkway at the Winthrop Public Library
The Town of Winthrop is excited to announce the official opening of the handicapped accessible walkway for the Winthrop Public Library. On Thursday morning, August 20th the Winthrop Commission on Disabilities (COD) joined the town administration in a ribbon cutting…
Leonard Florence Center for Living unveils new bus courtesy of Judy and Frank Mastrocola
The Leonard Florence Center for Living (LFCL), operated by Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, showcased its brand new bus donated by Judy and Frank Mastrocola. The couple was on board for the inaugural bus run, along with Chelsea Jewish Lifecare CEO Barry…